Category Press Release

Community, Press Release

State Road 18 to be resurfaced in Galveston starting on or after May 8, 2023

CASS COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth Riley Construction will begin a resurfacing project on State Road 18 between Cornwell St and Lincoln St in Galveston on or after Monday, May 8. Restrictions will begin with shoulder…

May 1, 2023

Press Release

Korean supplier joins Indiana’s growing electric vehicle ecosystem, chooses Kokomo for first US investment

KOKOMO, Ind. – Jaewon Industrial, a South Korea-based supplier of chemicals and allied products, announced plans today to establish operations in the United States, locating a new chemical recycling plant in Kokomo to serve lithium-ion battery manufacturers and the growing electric…

April 26, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Primary Election Day is Tuesday, May 2, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding Hoosiers, to make sure you have a plan to get out and vote! Hoosiers should check with their county election office for local voting location and hours. Hoosiers can check…

April 26, 2023

Press Release, State

Victims’ Rights Awareness Week puts focus on survivors

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Criminal Justice (ICJI) is observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week from April 23-29, 2023. According to a report from the Bureau of Justice Statistics, in 2021, there were more than 4.6 million violent victimizations and 11.7…

April 23, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana State Police to partner with DEA for 24th Drug Take Back Day on April 22, 2023

On Saturday, April 22, 2023, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring its 24th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs. Collection sites…

April 20, 2023

Community, Press Release

Crispen recertified as a certified fund-raising executive (CFRE)

lexandria, VA – CFRE International has named Deanna D Crispen as a Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE). Deanna D Crispen, President for CCCF joins over 7,700 professionals around the world who hold the CFRE designation. Individuals granted the CFRE credential have…

April 20, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

U.S. SBA disaster loans available for counties affected by March/April 2023 severe storms

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans to businesses and residents in Indiana following the announcement of a Presidential disaster declaration due to damages from severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from March 31 to April…

April 20, 2023

Community, Health, Press Release

Visitor restrictions lifted at Logansport Memorial Hospital

Due to the decreased incidence of the influenza and COVID-19 viruses in the community, Logansport Memorial Hospital visitor restrictions have been lifted – effective Thursday, April 20, 2023. Visitors are still encouraged to follow a few basic rules: Masking is…

April 20, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Academic achievement applauded at 2023 honors convocation at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo honored the academic achievements of its students during the annual Honors Convocation held Monday (May 9) in Havens Auditorium. Chancellor Mark Canada welcomed students and their families, congratulating them on their accomplishments for the…

April 19, 2023

Community, Health, Press Release, State

Indiana Department of Insurance offers information about coverage options for Hoosiers no longer eligible for Medicaid

Indianapolis – During the COVID-19 federal public health emergency, due to federal requirements, Indiana Medicaid members were able to keep their coverage without interruption. The most recent federal spending bill ended those coverage protections. Changes to Medicaid CoverageIn April 2023, the…

April 18, 2023

Community, Health, Press Release, State

How a return to normal will impact some Indiana Medicaid members

During the COVID-19 federal public health emergency Indiana Medicaid members have been able to keep their coverage without interruption. The most recent federal spending bill removed Medicaid coverage protections from federal public health emergency, which means Indiana Medicaid will begin…

April 18, 2023

Community, Press Release

Girl Scouts offer ‘Daisy by Email” summer program

(Fort Wayne, IN) – Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana will again offer the popular “Daisy by Email” program for girls entering kindergarten or first grade in the fall of 2023. The program is designed to prepare girls for their adventures…

April 15, 2023

Community, Education, Police/Fire, Press Release, State

Indiana State Police Statement on widespread Indiana school threats

Early this morning, the Indiana State Police was made aware of an email message sent to several dozen Indiana schools threatening the use of explosive devices that had allegedly been planted on various school campuses. We immediately allocated all intelligence…

April 14, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo tops Day of Giving goal, collecting $25,000 for student support

KOKOMO, Ind. – Ivy Tech Day – the first-ever Day of Giving for Ivy Tech Community College – brought alumni, students, and friends of the College together on Tuesday to celebrate 60 years of achievement and opportunity in Indiana. In…

April 13, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

State Reps. Manning, VanNatter: Local road projects in Cass County receive state funding boost

STATEHOUSE – Local communities are set to receive over $2 million to complete much-needed road projects, according to State Reps. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo). Funding is available through the state’s Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can…

April 13, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Columbia 6th Grade Academy Building Demolition Information

The Logansport Community School Corporation is moving forward with the demolition of the Columbia 6th Grade Academy now that the students are attending the brand-new Intermediate School on Chase Road. Over the next few months, the demolition project will become…

April 12, 2023

Community, Press Release

Logansport Utilities planned electric outage April 22, 2023 in downtown Logansport

The Logansport Utilities’ electric department will be installing a new pole for the Erie Avenue reconstruction project on Saturday, April 22, 2023 that requires a small scheduled power outage for various businesses, traffic signals, and a few apartments in the…

April 12, 2023

Community, Press Release

Logansport Utilities waterline replacement project to begin

Work is set to begin for Logansport Utilities’ water service line replacement project. Five Star Energy Services, an underground utility construction company, will be working with Logansport Utilities’ water department to tackle replacing the aging pipe infrastructure. Replacements will include…

April 12, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

INDOT celebrates Earth Day with Trash Bash! event April 21-23, 2023

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that the agency’s Trash Bash! event will take place April 21 through 23, coinciding with Earth Day. Trash Bash! is an opportunity for volunteers to help beautify the state’s roadside areas by picking up…

April 11, 2023

Community, Press Release

Elevated Fire Danger for Cass County, Indiana on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

UPDATE: As of Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service has updated Cass County to a Red Flag Warning from noon to 8 p.m. RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON EDT /11 AM CDT/ TODAY TO 8 PM EDT…

April 11, 2023